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Atlee

1986 - Today

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Arun Kumar (born 21 September 1986), known professionally as Atlee, is an Indian film director, screenwriter and film producer best known for his work in Tamil films. He initially worked as an assistant director under S. Shankar in the films Enthiran (2010) and Nanban (2012). He made his directorial debut with the film Raja Rani (2013), produced by Fox Star Studios, for which he was awarded Best Debut Director by the Vijay Award and the Tamil Nadu State Award for best dialogue writer. Atlee has directed and written films like Theri, Mersal, and Bigil all featuring Vijay. Read more on Wikipedia

His biography is available in 16 different languages on Wikipedia. Atlee is the 2,252nd most popular film director, the 1,941st most popular biography from India and the 85th most popular Indian Film Director.

Atlee is most famous for directing successful Tamil films such as "Mersal," "Bigil," and "Theri," which are known for their engaging storytelling and commercial appeal. He has gained recognition for his ability to blend action, drama, and social themes in his work.

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Among FILM DIRECTORS

Among film directors, Atlee ranks 2,252 out of 2,041. Before him are Shonali Bose, Antonio Lukich, Aida El-Kashef, Reema Kagti, Charles Randolph, and Siddharth Anand. After him are Leena Yadav, Tom Cross, Soundarya Rajinikanth, Rungano Nyoni, Pete Travis, and Hannah Lux Davis.

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Among people born in 1986, Atlee ranks 2,008. Before him are Hudson Mohawke, Kosuke Matsuda, Tulsi Kumar, Courtney Mathewson, Nichola Burley, and Yoo So-young. After him are Melanie South, Aparna Balan, Ekta Bisht, Alice Tait, Amanda Weir, and Danilo.

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In India

Among people born in India, Atlee ranks 1,941 out of 1,861. Before him are Rhea Kapoor (1987), Siddharth Anand (1978), Rani Rampal (1994), Nisha Mohota (1980), Manpreet Singh (1992), and Arjun Erigaisi (2003). After him are Vikrant Massey (1987), Amyra Dastur (1993), Padmini Rout (1994), Deepak Dobriyal (1975), Aparna Balan (1986), and Ekta Bisht (1986).

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Among FILM DIRECTORS In India

Among film directors born in India, Atlee ranks 85. Before him are Vikas Bahl (null), Nikkhil Advani (1971), Gauri Shinde (1974), Shonali Bose (1965), Reema Kagti (1972), and Siddharth Anand (1978). After him are Leena Yadav (1971), and Soundarya Rajinikanth (1984).

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